Preview — Ready to Fall
by Olivia Dade

Ready to Fall

Elementary school teacher and part-time librarian Sarah Mayhew has the perfect plan: show off her cycling skills at her school's bike retreat and attract her oblivious coworker in the process. Her end game? Fall in love. Only one problem: she needs to find someone to teach her how to ride a bike pronto. But when she catches sight of Chris Dean's gorgeous physique, her bestElementary school teacher and part-time librarian Sarah Mayhew has the perfect plan: show off her cycling skills at her school's bike retreat and attract her oblivious coworker in the process. Her end game? Fall in love. Only one problem: she needs to find someone to teach her how to ride a bike pronto. But when she catches sight of Chris Dean's gorgeous physique, her best laid plans are about to go off track . . .

Chris is not looking for a girlfriend. He's getting over his last one by focusing on his bike repair business. So when a feisty, sexy schoolteacher urges him to help improve her cycling skills, he does it strictly for the money. He vows he won't repeat history, even for a blonde bombshell like Sarah. But when the two find themselves alone on the road, they can't help taking a detour straight into each other's arms . . ....more

Sarah is a part-time librarian whose never been lucky at love. She's had every man tell her she was too dramatic, too over-the-top, too demanding, too much work, and so much more. At this point, she's resigned to "settle" and pick a man whom she believes could handle her for more than just a couple of weeks. She sets her sights on Ulysses, an art teacher at the local school. He is planning on attending a school social bike ridinWhat a delightful story!! I super enjoyed this loveable short read!

Sarah is a part-time librarian whose never been lucky at love. She's had every man tell her she was too dramatic, too over-the-top, too demanding, too much work, and so much more. At this point, she's resigned to "settle" and pick a man whom she believes could handle her for more than just a couple of weeks. She sets her sights on Ulysses, an art teacher at the local school. He is planning on attending a school social bike riding event. He's never really noticed her, so she thinks this event may be the best way for her to get noticed by Ulysses. Unfortunately for Sarah, she never learned how to ride a bike!

Sarah's friends have her call Chris Dean, owner of the local bike fix-it shop in town. She asks him to teach her to ride a bike in the three days she has until the event. Chris is every bit as grumpy as her friends say he is. He's fresh out of a relationship and not looking for anyone in his life. But when Sarah walks in, electricity charges the air! She is such sight! He decides to take on the challenge. He's not interested in a woman, but he could use the money she is offering!

Chris and Sarah's romance is quirky, humorous, and just plain fun to see! Sarah is a hoot! Chris is serious and grumpy but Sarah lightens him up! Neither were expecting the other and the chemistry was electrifying! How the romance unfolded was not predictable and I loved that about this story. Yes you know the way it's going and I love these types of stories, but how we get there is a wonderful mix of fun and seriousness. Sarah is quite scared of her bike and I loved how Chris calmed down her fears. How does it go? Does she do it? Do Chris and Sarah give into their spiking lust for each other? Or does she snag Ulysses??

Ready to Fall is book four in Olivia Dade's Lovestruck Librarians series and I wholeheartedly recommend it! Reading the entire series is not required to read this little gem, but I think you will be happy to read the others as well! The whole series features strong women who fall into love unexpectedly. Go ahead! Grab this quick read and find out what I am talking about!!

4 stars/3.5 flames

This book was gifted to me for the express purpose of an honest review. The rating and review are solely my opinion and in no way was I compensated....more

What a lovely and fun romance! Sarah has a plan to catch the attention of Ulysses, a co-worker of hers , by spending time alongside him at a bike retreat. He seems like the kind of guy who might be able to put up with her outgoing character and she's not looking for love anymore, just a companion. Trouble is, she and bikes have a rather fractious history and she has never really learned to ride one. Enter Chris, bike repairman, and newly appointed teacher for Sarah (thanks to some finagling fromWhat a lovely and fun romance! Sarah has a plan to catch the attention of Ulysses, a co-worker of hers , by spending time alongside him at a bike retreat. He seems like the kind of guy who might be able to put up with her outgoing character and she's not looking for love anymore, just a companion. Trouble is, she and bikes have a rather fractious history and she has never really learned to ride one. Enter Chris, bike repairman, and newly appointed teacher for Sarah (thanks to some finagling from their mutual friends). Chris has been through a bad breakup and is definitely not looking for romance, but feisty dramatic Sarah keeps getting through his defenses. What starts out as a plan to keep his hands firmly off her delectable body ends up with the two of them in bed together and a change of heart - for both of them. I loved the two of them together and as this is a novella length story, things progress quickly since they are in each other's company three days straight to teach Sarah how to ride (and ride she does 'wink, wink'). There is a little misunderstanding to add some drama to the second half but nothing over the top and we get a delightful happy ending. A great addition to the Lovestruck Librarians series! 4 stars.

A fun light read that was completely entertaining. School teacher and part time librarian Sarah Mayhew is ready to make some changes in her life. She wants to fall in love and has her sights set on a co-worker. She can't seem to get his attention so she comes up with the perfect way to accomplish that! She's going to attend the cycling retreat her school puts on. One little problem - learning to really ride a bike was never high on her list of musts. So she recruits the local bike repair guy to A fun light read that was completely entertaining. School teacher and part time librarian Sarah Mayhew is ready to make some changes in her life. She wants to fall in love and has her sights set on a co-worker. She can't seem to get his attention so she comes up with the perfect way to accomplish that! She's going to attend the cycling retreat her school puts on. One little problem - learning to really ride a bike was never high on her list of musts. So she recruits the local bike repair guy to help her. Well pays him actually. Chris Dean is determined not to repeat past mistakes so when the blonde beauty wants cycling lessons he plans on turning her down but when she offers up the money he really can't say no.

This one was great and you don't want to miss it. I definitely recommend it. ...more

I wasn't that impressed with this story. Not a lot of detail went into why the characters were the way they were, and Sarah's Drama Queen antics got old in spots. Chris' attitude also was problematic, because I did not find it logical that he'd be that bitter over his girlfriend dumping him for someone else. I felt there had to be more to his misanthropy! Thankfully, it was a quick read, but a less than enjoyable one.

Ready to Fall continues our journey with the Lovestruck Librarians of Nice County. Literally we are ready for Sarah to fall as she learns how to ride a bike from the grumpy bike repairman Chris. Sarah is a part-time librarian and full-time teacher looking for love in someone who can tolerate her boisterous temperament. Most guys dump her after her drama becomes too much and she hides the pain of it by joking around a lot. Now she has her m

Ready to Fall continues our journey with the Lovestruck Librarians of Nice County. Literally we are ready for Sarah to fall as she learns how to ride a bike from the grumpy bike repairman Chris. Sarah is a part-time librarian and full-time teacher looking for love in someone who can tolerate her boisterous temperament. Most guys dump her after her drama becomes too much and she hides the pain of it by joking around a lot. Now she has her mind set on attracting a man unlike the men she usually dates, one Ulysses, gym teacher galore. Only problem is he doesn't see her and now she is determined to settle...and learn to ride a bike to get closer to him.

So Sarah approaches the grumpy town bicycle repairman about taking lessons and makes a deal with him. Chris hasn't been lucky in love, having been dumped for another man. So he isn't looking for love, or anything for that matter. Why is he so attracted to the bubbly Sarah? The woman he knows is hiding a lovable woman under a layer of jokester?

The story takes place over about 4-5 days with Chris making advances and then regretting it because she wants another man. Sarah misinterprets Chris's actions and folds into herself make my heart ache for them to find each other. The humor of the story is what kept it interesting.

While the story is short, there is a depth to the beginning of a relationship. This doesn't get them moving with each other or getting engaged, but allows us to meet two people who just want to find love with the right person. The cusp of a great relationship and I really wanted more from these two than what the story gave me.

Chris has some hard choices to make and some deep realizations, while Sarah need to realize settling for someone is cutting yourself short. An afternoon delight! Love librarians? Catch up on the series!

Ready to Fall is book #4 is Olivia Dade's Lovestruck Librarians series, which follows a fun group of librarian friends. This novella delivers constant humor (that literally made me laugh out loud!) along with a sweetly emotional romance.

Teacher and part-time librarian Sarah Mayhew is a handful. She's feisty, clever, and funny. However, those traits that make her endearing are the same ones that have overwhelmed the guys she has dated in the past. Tired of rejection, Sarah decides to *happy sigh*

Ready to Fall is book #4 is Olivia Dade's Lovestruck Librarians series, which follows a fun group of librarian friends. This novella delivers constant humor (that literally made me laugh out loud!) along with a sweetly emotional romance.

Teacher and part-time librarian Sarah Mayhew is a handful. She's feisty, clever, and funny. However, those traits that make her endearing are the same ones that have overwhelmed the guys she has dated in the past. Tired of rejection, Sarah decides to go with her head rather than her heart. She has looked for love, but she doesn't want to hurt anymore. She just wants security. Sarah sets her eyes on a fellow teacher--someone who's rather boring but safe.

Sarah's school is holding a bike retreat, so she decides to cozy up to her coworker then. Not so fast, though: Sarah doesn't know how to ride a bike. After a disastrous attempt while learning as a kid (one broken arm and dozens of stitches later), learning to ride is something that she let fall by the wayside. But on her quest for comfortable love, she's going to need to learn once and for all.

Enter Chris Dean, owner of the local bike repair shop. Sarah's friend Helen (from book #3, Mayday) puts them in touch with each other, in an effort to be helpful--but mostly to play matchmaker.

Chris is definitely hot, but he's also quite reserved. In fact, the first time that he and Sarah meet, he's downright grumpy. Sarah pleads with him to help her learn to ride a bike. After some coaxing--and a promise to pay him for his efforts--Chris agrees.

What starts out as bike lessons turns into more as Sarah and Chris realize how attracted they are to each other. Indeed, they're a good example of opposites attract: Sarah is a comedic firecracker while Chris is lowkey and focused. But something they have in common is pain that lingers just below the surface.

Sarah uses humor and charm to mask her insecurities, while Chris remains closed off to hide a previously broken heart. As the story progresses, they uncover each other's true selves and decide that they both love what they find underneath it all.

Sarah is one of my favorite heroines from this series. Part Anne Shirley, part Bridget Jones, she's an endearing mix of pluck and vulnerability. Her dialogue brought on so many laughs. Likewise, Chris is a strong, reserved type who I took to immediately. His initial grumpiness is short-lived, but it made me like his character right away. For me, the only thing better than a grumpy hero is one who knows how to grovel and apologize really well.

Since this is a novella, the romance itself is a bit of a whirlwind and happens over the course of a few days. But I just loved this couple and especially appreciated the balance of comedy and tender moments.

Ready to Fall manages to be lighthearted and fun while also exploring emotion and depth. It's a combination that definitely worked for me and I highly recommend this book, as well as the others in the Lovestruck Librarians series.

My Review:This book...omg, I loved it so, so much. I read it while on a road trip with my hubby. I kept laughing out loud so much, I ended up reading half the book aloud to him so he could enjoy how fabulous and fun it was.

Sarah's character makes this book. Her friends say she's a bit overly dramatic. Sarah can't help it if nature is out to get her. After a string of boyfriends dump her because she got to be too much for them, she decides no more dating the quiet, reserved guys that she's drawnMy Review:This book...omg, I loved it so, so much. I read it while on a road trip with my hubby. I kept laughing out loud so much, I ended up reading half the book aloud to him so he could enjoy how fabulous and fun it was.

Sarah's character makes this book. Her friends say she's a bit overly dramatic. Sarah can't help it if nature is out to get her. After a string of boyfriends dump her because she got to be too much for them, she decides no more dating the quiet, reserved guys that she's drawn to. She needs to date someone more like her. She sets her sites on Ulysses, a fellow teacher who is just as enthusiastic and crazy as her. But to get his attention she needs to go out on an all-day bicycle ride...something not easily done for this 32 yo who never learned to ride a bike. In fact, she's pretty much terrified of bikes after some childhood trauma with her bike trying to kill her.

Chris is a grumpy bicycle repairer. He's just moved to this small town and opened his business after having his heart broken. He's decided that he needs to do something he loves...bikes, but his attitude isn't helping his business any. He needs the money or else he would never have agreed to teach Sarah how to ride.

I loved the two of them together. At first, they seem like such an odd couple, but the more time they spent together the more their chemistry sizzled. I also really loved how much Chris lusted after Sarah's short, curvy form. It's fun to read a book with a curvy heroine that has the hero panting after her from the very beginning.

Note, this book is pretty short and moves extremely fast. It really only covers a timespan of 4 days, but that worked for me in this particular story. Normally I'm not that sold on this kind of insta-love, but the author totally made it work.

This is my first time reading this author. Now, I need to go back and read the other librarian books because I loved this one.

I received a complimentary copy of this book in return for an honest review....more

I received an advanced copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. The expected publication date is June 21st, 2016.

This story is the fourth instalment in the lovestruck librarian series. While I have not read all the stories, I have read most. That being said, it would not be necessary to read them in order as this can be read as a standalone.

I received an advanced copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. The expected publication date is June 21st, 2016.

This story is the fourth instalment in the lovestruck librarian series. While I have not read all the stories, I have read most. That being said, it would not be necessary to read them in order as this can be read as a standalone.

There are two things that I really liked about this story.

One...the length. I don't always have the time to invest in a long story and the short length of this ensure that I could get some reading enjoyment in without the time commitment. This is perfect when I am having a crazy week at work yet feel like I am neglecting my reading time (which I have been). Perfect solution.

Two....Sarah. I loved her sense of humor. The way she described a bicycle as a death trap had me in stitches. Her strong sense of who she was and her attitude when she wanted something is something we all could learn from. I loved that she was so feisty yet so tiny (height).

I will not divulge any plot details, the synopsis does a good job. This story came to me a good time when I was looking for something short and it did not disappoint. Dade does a good job of creating characters which are more "real life" than a lot of stories in this genre which makes it enjoyable. I will continue to follow her group of librarians as long as she keeps writing about them...more

We have Sarah and Chris, meeting when Sarah needs help learning how to ride a bike. From there, you know things are gonna be fun… and awkward when Chris learns the reason why she needs to learn in three days.

I wasn’t much fan of Sarah doing this to get a guy’s attention, more when she really didn’t know him. However, after hearing her history with men, it made actual sense for her to do this. I really wanted to hug her and kick all those guys’ 3.5 stars.

This one was a lovely, short little thing.

We have Sarah and Chris, meeting when Sarah needs help learning how to ride a bike. From there, you know things are gonna be fun… and awkward when Chris learns the reason why she needs to learn in three days.

I wasn’t much fan of Sarah doing this to get a guy’s attention, more when she really didn’t know him. However, after hearing her history with men, it made actual sense for her to do this. I really wanted to hug her and kick all those guys’ asses. What jerks.

And then enters Chris, all broody and serious. Such a great complement to Sarah’s happy attitude. The truly needed someone like each other in their lives, they needed help and didn’t know it.

A truly fun story with swoons, giving chances and recognizing that you deserve way more that what you’ve been getting in life.

*Thank you to NetGalley for providing an ARC in exchange of my honest opinion*...more

Preeeeeeetty much the perfect fucking book to start 2017 off on. This had everything I love in a solid romance - compelling characters, balanced plot, and just the right balance between tension and resolution - and I have to say, the subjects it dealt with hit particularly close to home. For anyone whose ever worried about being too much - this one is for you.

Everything about this book was super adorable! It was a short read, but that made me like it even more!

It was nonstop cuteness on every page. Sarah is a mismatched, misunderstood woman. She's mismatched because she's misunderstood by the men who seem to dump her. But she's my kind of woman: smart, confident, sassy, and over the top. Because she could be classified as high-maintenance, she has resigned to settling for the safe man. So she learns to ride a bike, which I think is completely admiraEverything about this book was super adorable! It was a short read, but that made me like it even more!

It was nonstop cuteness on every page. Sarah is a mismatched, misunderstood woman. She's mismatched because she's misunderstood by the men who seem to dump her. But she's my kind of woman: smart, confident, sassy, and over the top. Because she could be classified as high-maintenance, she has resigned to settling for the safe man. So she learns to ride a bike, which I think is completely admirable considering what she went through as a child.

Chris was a heartbroken loner. I loved him almost as much as I loved Sarah. Chris is grumpy and hell bent on not falling in love, no matter what. He's strong and doesn't want to put up with anyone's shit. He doesn't want to get walked over again and is reluctant to be with someone.

Their budding romance was a quirky ride. I adored the two of them together. And honestly, they sort of reminded me of my relationship with my boyfriend. Except he's Sarah and I'm not Chris but I am in many ways. (And bf's name is Chris so ha ha). The chemistry flew the moment Sarah walked into the bike shop.

I've read another book by Dade and wasn't super impressed. This one though, I really enjoyed! I just might have to give her another shot!...more

Weird... I came on-line, intending to give this a 4 (.5)... and landed on a three. It's not because the book wasn't cute - it was laugh-out-loud hysterical in places. It's not because the story-line wasn't enjoyable. It was well-written, a fast-paced read, and was witty.

I just... for some reason, it felt too loud and too pat for me. I must be getting finicky in my old age... I want Ulysses to not be a caricature, for her to have a real decision to make. I want the man who swore off girls to REALWeird... I came on-line, intending to give this a 4 (.5)... and landed on a three. It's not because the book wasn't cute - it was laugh-out-loud hysterical in places. It's not because the story-line wasn't enjoyable. It was well-written, a fast-paced read, and was witty.

I just... for some reason, it felt too loud and too pat for me. I must be getting finicky in my old age... I want Ulysses to not be a caricature, for her to have a real decision to make. I want the man who swore off girls to REALLY have sworn off girls, and have to wrestle with himself a lot longer. I want less snark and a little more vulnerability from both of them. Yup. I'm apparently finicky.

On the other hand, I had a wonderful time reading it, just the same. And I laughed until I cried, in a couple of spots. So there's that, right? :D...more

I had high hopes for this book based on the premise of the series though this was the first one of the author’s books I started to read. I got about halfway and gave up. The language was annoying. I’m not a prude and my second language is swear words but the characters in this book could use some restraint on the frivolous flinging of the F word. The F word is more of a seasoning and not the main course, it should be used to flavor the dish not be the dish. Too much F word and it loses its powerI had high hopes for this book based on the premise of the series though this was the first one of the author’s books I started to read. I got about halfway and gave up. The language was annoying. I’m not a prude and my second language is swear words but the characters in this book could use some restraint on the frivolous flinging of the F word. The F word is more of a seasoning and not the main course, it should be used to flavor the dish not be the dish. Too much F word and it loses its power. This is the first time I’ve quit reading a book because of its overuse of curse words. Disappointing. ...more

Ready to Fall does a lot of things right. The heroine is over the top and dramatic and hilarious but she is convinced no one will love her for those exact qualities. I love how that was handled. It’s the hero’s exact kind of woman! I really related to being loved by someone who loves the qualities that others think are flaws. The conflict was somewhat manufactured by bad communication which drove me a little crazy. I loved the way it was resolved though!

This review is of “Ready to Fall” by Olivia Dade, book #4 in Ms. Dade’s “Lovestruck Librarians” series. (Full disclosure. I received the book from Ms. Dade as part of Choosy Bookworm’s “Read & Review” promotion. I have also communicated with Ms. Dade via the “Fresh Fiction” website and email and she has sent me bookmarks and postcards. These actions DID NOT, in any way, shape or form, influence my feelings about “Ready to Fall” or the other three books by Ms. Dade that I own.)

The Story: In BattThis review is of “Ready to Fall” by Olivia Dade, book #4 in Ms. Dade’s “Lovestruck Librarians” series. (Full disclosure. I received the book from Ms. Dade as part of Choosy Bookworm’s “Read & Review” promotion. I have also communicated with Ms. Dade via the “Fresh Fiction” website and email and she has sent me bookmarks and postcards. These actions DID NOT, in any way, shape or form, influence my feelings about “Ready to Fall” or the other three books by Ms. Dade that I own.)

The Story: In Battlefield, Maryland, part-time librarian and teacher Sarah Mayhew, the heroine of the book, has a goal. Sarah wants to get close to a man, Ulysses Bollinger, her school’s gym teacher, on a biking trip. There is only one small problem: Sarah can’t ride a bike (I can empathize: neither can I.) Sarah buys a bike and then tries to find someone to teach her how to ride. She finds Chris Dean, the hero of the book and owner of Dean’s Bike Repair Shop, through a mutual friend. At first, Chris refuses to work with Sarah. But eventually, Chris and Sarah make a deal and he teaches her how to ride a bike.

The riding lessons don’t go so well, as Sarah crashes, but it leads to a change in their relationship as Sarah and Chris become lovers. Both have heartache in their pasts, however, and that, plus a miscommunication after lovemaking, leads to their parting. However, Sarah and Chris-with the help of their friends-realize that they are meant for each other and have their Happily Ever After.

Upside: This is a really light, airy, fun book. I get the sense that there is a little bit of Ms. Dade in all of her female characters. Sarah and Chris are both strong, fully developed characters whom I loved (Sarah) and liked (Chris). Sexual tension jumps off both virtually from the moment they meet.

Downside: This is nitpicking, but the book is very short (only 117 pages.). I would have liked “Ready to Fall” to have been longer.

Sex: One fairly descriptive love scene and one scene which ends before being descriptive.

Violence: Sarah falls off her bike and suffered some cuts and bruises, which are far from life-threatening.

Bottom Line: Those looking for a fun, airy, light, sparkling read will find “Ready to Fall” and all of Ms. Dade’s “Lovestruck Librarians” series worth the read....more

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it,
click here.Ready to Fall (Lovestruck Librarians Book#4) follows Sarah Mayhew and Chris Dean as they recover from past hurts and move on to be together. Like most adults, Sarah and Chris have been hurt in past relationships – Sarah seems to think her big personality tires men out and then they dump her. She’s 32 years old and willing to settle for the next available man, which happens to be Ulysses, the school gym teacher. But she needs to learn how to ride a bicycle in order to impress him, and Helen (heroReady to Fall (Lovestruck Librarians Book#4) follows Sarah Mayhew and Chris Dean as they recover from past hurts and move on to be together. Like most adults, Sarah and Chris have been hurt in past relationships – Sarah seems to think her big personality tires men out and then they dump her. She’s 32 years old and willing to settle for the next available man, which happens to be Ulysses, the school gym teacher. But she needs to learn how to ride a bicycle in order to impress him, and Helen (heroine from Book #3) suggests Chris teach Sarah. Chris arrived in Nice County about a year ago, licking his wounds from a long-term relationship where he did settle in love. However, his girlfriend left him for another man and he hasn’t quite learned his lesson.

The theme of the story is stated early on in the book, “You don’t just want someone to tolerate you. You want someone to love you. For everything you are, not in spite of it.”The external conflict was set up: Sarah wants Ulysses and is willing to settle, but she can’t deny the attraction between her and Chris. While Chris wants to support his struggling bike repair business and needs Sarah’s money to supplement his torture chamber…uh, repair shop. The attraction between Sarah and Chris was believable and moved at a great pace. Even though this story covers four days, Ms. Dade makes the HEA satisfying and realistic.

Things that I liked: Again, Ms. Dade is the mistress of snappy dialogue and unique settings (I LURVED the Minnie mini-golf scene and Chris’ shop being compared to a chamber of horrors), loveably nerdy heroines that you want to root for, and guys who’ve been hurt, too. I really appreciate that Sarah and Chris both had issues they were working on and how they helped heal each other. Oftentimes, when I’m reading romance, the heroine is the only one with an internal conflict, but Ms. Dade has consistently demonstrated that men have wounds, too.

Things that I was weary of: 1) The breakup over a ‘misunderstanding’, but Ms. Dade made it believable and quick.

Overall a great book and a wonderful addition to the Lovestruck Librarians series! I can’t wait to read more. Olivia Dade has quickly become an auto-buy for me....more

Do you like your characters to be funny, quick witted and just a bit sarcastic? If yes then you will enjoy Sarah Mayhew. Sarah Mayhew is an elementary teacher and part time librarian who is known for her attitude and that she is just too much to handle. Outwardly, Sarah shows that she is just fine with the fact she is single and if a guy can’t be with her as she is then she is ok. Inwardly that isn’t the case. Sarah wants to be loved by a man for who she is.Chris Dean has relocated after a faileDo you like your characters to be funny, quick witted and just a bit sarcastic? If yes then you will enjoy Sarah Mayhew. Sarah Mayhew is an elementary teacher and part time librarian who is known for her attitude and that she is just too much to handle. Outwardly, Sarah shows that she is just fine with the fact she is single and if a guy can’t be with her as she is then she is ok. Inwardly that isn’t the case. Sarah wants to be loved by a man for who she is.Chris Dean has relocated after a failed relationship and he has absolutely no plans to be in another. He is happy with his bike shop and being single. That is until a friend of a friend comes barging through his shop and straight into his heart. When Sarah asks him to teach her to ride a bike in a weekend to catch another guy’s attention he tries hard not to fall for the spunky whirlwind.When the day arrives for Sarah to be with the man she thought she wanted, she soon realizes that it is Chris who holds her heart. Unfortunately Chris made it clear he doesn’t want a relationship. What does Sarah do now when no one but Chris is who she wants?Chris knows that behind the sarcasm and jokes, Sarah is hiding a lot of hurt feelings from the men in her past. He is also hurting so what does he do but the same as those other men….he pushes her away. It is up to Chris to wake up and realize that Sarah is who he wants, and not just temporary but permanently.This story is part of a series by Olivia Dade. The series is called “Lovestruck Librarians” and each can be read as a standalone but the characters do crossover which may cause spoilers in reading the others. This book was laugh out loud funny with the sarcasm and wit that Sarah presented. I don’t think the image of the local golf course will be one anyone could skip past without some reaction!This would make a great series to read for the summer!I received my copy through Netgalley in exchange for my review....more

I do like this series of naughty librarians and the men who fall for them, even if I never know quite what to expect from them next. One thing I do know when I pick one up is that it will be fun and easy, with some sexy times and maybe some smuttiness and it’ll be enjoyable from start to finish.

Which is exactly what I got here. Sarah is a larger than life personality, a complete drama queen and looking for love. Except she can’t find love with the kind of guys she likes to date, so she’s willingI do like this series of naughty librarians and the men who fall for them, even if I never know quite what to expect from them next. One thing I do know when I pick one up is that it will be fun and easy, with some sexy times and maybe some smuttiness and it’ll be enjoyable from start to finish.

Which is exactly what I got here. Sarah is a larger than life personality, a complete drama queen and looking for love. Except she can’t find love with the kind of guys she likes to date, so she’s willing to try something new. To do that, though, she needs to get the guy’s attention, which involves a cycling trip. Trouble is, she’s terrified of bicycles and doesn’t actually know how to ride one.

Which is where Chris comes in, quiet and misanthropic though he is, and just the sort of guy Sarah has sworn off falling for.

I love these two. They are complete opposites, yet both weighed down by relationship issues. Sarah could have been too much at times, but I loved her sense of humour – the comments about his shop were a particular favourite – while Chris is very grumpy, but with a good heart. They’re so much fun together, even when they’re getting their wires cross and doing foolish things.

There’s also plenty of chemistry and a nice bit of heat, though be warned this does all take place over a handful of days, so if fast moving lust to love tales aren’t your thing, well, this is a novella so draw your own conclusions.

Quick, fun, cute and sexy, I really enjoyed this one. It might even be my favourite of the series so far. I’m looking forward to the next one already.

(I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.)...more

What happens when the one you want is not the one you need?I could not put this book down Sarah Mayhew is a Elementary school teacher and part-time librarian who decides to learn how to ride a bicycle to impress Ulysses a fellow teacher,she does not like to ride after a childhood run-in with one. Sarah needs a person to teach her how to ride like right now enter Chris Dean who has his own new bicycle repair shop. Chris has been hurt by another woman now he is just focused on his shop. Will SarahWhat happens when the one you want is not the one you need?I could not put this book down Sarah Mayhew is a Elementary school teacher and part-time librarian who decides to learn how to ride a bicycle to impress Ulysses a fellow teacher,she does not like to ride after a childhood run-in with one. Sarah needs a person to teach her how to ride like right now enter Chris Dean who has his own new bicycle repair shop. Chris has been hurt by another woman now he is just focused on his shop. Will Sarah realize Chris is the man she needs in her life? I was gifted a copy for an honest review....more

Wow I really enjoyed this book, and it was funny which is always a bonus.

Sarah's friends in the beginning were so funny but my favourite part was when Angie says that she had sec on table so everyone pushes their chairs back to sanitise their hands.

Sarah is in a mission to get a guys attention and his names is Ulysses. However, her plan is to participate in a bike ride which Ulysses is also participating in but the problem is she can't rideI got this book from net gallery for an honest review.

Wow I really enjoyed this book, and it was funny which is always a bonus.

Sarah's friends in the beginning were so funny but my favourite part was when Angie says that she had sec on table so everyone pushes their chairs back to sanitise their hands.

Sarah is in a mission to get a guys attention and his names is Ulysses. However, her plan is to participate in a bike ride which Ulysses is also participating in but the problem is she can't ride a bike. Her friend tells her to approach grumpy Chris.

Sarah had a shock of her life when she's greeted by Chris. He's tall and gorgeous and being grumpy is an underestimate in his case. He agrees to help her but sparks start flying between them and Chris loses control and kisses her.

Lots and lots of funny moments in this book and Sarah was dead funny with her melodramatic talk about possessed bikes. Sarah and Chris have great chemistry and their jokes and flirting was definitely entertaining. Sarah saying that she thought a squirrel was going to assassinate her made me laugh too not to mention she felt like running her bike over Ulysses or put a sock in his mouth was absolutely hilarious. Sarah is such a funny character and I liked how she hid her vulnerability by being witty and a drama queen.

This book was brilliant and dead funny and I would definitely recommend it.

Oh this book, I loved, so much. Maybe it's because Sarah is one of my favorite heroines ever. The book describes her as dramatic - I would describe her as effin AWESOME (yes, all caps, people). If Sarah were real, I need her in my life because she's 100 times fun.

One thing I really love about Olivia Dade's heroines is they aren't your typical librarians. I really dislike the stereotypical view of them as missish, rule-bound prudes. I love that these ladies have potty-mouths and dirty dirty thougOh this book, I loved, so much. Maybe it's because Sarah is one of my favorite heroines ever. The book describes her as dramatic - I would describe her as effin AWESOME (yes, all caps, people). If Sarah were real, I need her in my life because she's 100 times fun.

One thing I really love about Olivia Dade's heroines is they aren't your typical librarians. I really dislike the stereotypical view of them as missish, rule-bound prudes. I love that these ladies have potty-mouths and dirty dirty thoughts haha And they might be nerdy but only in the best way possible!

Sarah and Chris have amazing chemistry in this book - their interactions are fantastic reads and you can really feel the sizzle when they get together. The scene at the mini golf course can't be missed though. I absolutely LOVED Chris' reaction and how protective he was of Sarah despite the fact that he was fighting his internal belief that he was not in the cards for a relationship and that he had no room in his life for her.

This entire series is a winner for me but my only wish for this book is that it lasted longer. I wanted to see more of Sarah & Chris (although she may have not survived more bike riding scenes!) as well as the return of the other librarians. But bring on more Lovestruck Librarians!!!

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While I was growing up, my mother kept a stack of books hidden in her closet. She told me I couldn't read them. So, naturally, whenever she left me alone for any length of time, I took them out and flipped through them. Those books raised quite a few questions in my prepubescent brain. Namely: 1) Why were there so many pirates? 2) Where did all the throbbing come from? 3) What was a "manhood"? 4) While I was growing up, my mother kept a stack of books hidden in her closet. She told me I couldn't read them. So, naturally, whenever she left me alone for any length of time, I took them out and flipped through them. Those books raised quite a few questions in my prepubescent brain. Namely: 1) Why were there so many pirates? 2) Where did all the throbbing come from? 3) What was a "manhood"? 4) And why did the hero and heroine seem overcome by images of waves and fireworks every few pages, especially after an episode of mysterious throbbing in the hero's manhood?

Thirty or so years later, I have a few answers. 1) Because my mom apparently fancied pirates at that time. Now she hoards romances involving cowboys and babies. If a book cover features a shirtless man in a Stetson cradling an infant, her ovaries basically explode and her credit card emerges. I have a similar reaction to romances involving spinsters, governesses, and librarians. 2) His manhood. Also, her womanhood. 3) It's his "hard length," sometimes compared in terms of rigidity to iron. I prefer to use other names for it in my own writing. However, I am not picky when it comes to descriptions of iron-hard lengths. 4) Because explaining how an orgasm feels can prove difficult. Or maybe the couples all had sex on New Year's Eve at Cancun.

During those thirty years, I accomplished a few things. I graduated from Wake Forest University and earned my M.A. in American History from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I worked at a variety of jobs that required me to bury my bawdiness and potty mouth under a demure exterior: costumed interpreter at Colonial Williamsburg, high school teacher, and librarian. But I always, always read romances. Funny, filthy, sweet--it didn't matter. I loved them all.

Now I'm writing my own romances with the encouragement of my husband and daughter. I have my own stack of books in my closet that I'd rather my daughter not read, at least not for a few years. I can swear whenever I want, except around said daughter. And I get to spend all day writing about love and iron-hard lengths.

So thank you, Mom, for perving so hard on pirates during my childhood. I owe you.